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13-year-old graduates from college with four associate’s degrees

Graduating from college is an achievement worth celebrating, but for recent graduate Jack Rico, it’s an extraordinary feat. That’s because he did it at only 13 years old. Aside from the age factor, what makes this accomplishment unlike no other is that Jack graduated with four associate’s degrees – which he earned in just two

This student is first person with Down syndrome to earn a bachelor’s degree from her university

Earning a bachelor’s degree is far from easy, especially for people with special needs. Despite having down syndrome, AnnaRose Rubright soldiered on and proved that even with her condition, she could accomplish her goals. In early May, the 24-year-old finally earned the fruit of her hard work. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in radio,

Dad’s sweet note about daughter with Down syndrome who is now a college graduate goes viral

Jay Handlin couldn’t contain his joy when his daughter, Rachel, officially became a college graduate. While this occasion is a particularly special moment for all parents, there’s an even bigger reason why Jay is feeling extra proud: Rachel has Down syndrome. Last week, the proud father took to Twitter to announce that the 24-year-old had